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The Home Care Program for Elders is a program designed to help Connecticut residents, 65 or older, who are at risk of nursing home placement. The program is open to both Medicaid eligible persons and those that do not qualify for Medicaid. The goal is to allow qualified seniors who require some medical and personal care to remain living at home or in the community. The program provides a variety of services to seniors determined by a health screening process, which can include home care, home health care, adult day care, and meal and chore services
While Medicaid enrollees are eligible, the income and asset limits for CHCPE are less restrictive than the Medicaid limits. CHCPE does not have an income limit and the asset limit for an individual is around $32,000 or $43,000 for a couple. Primary residence and vehicle are exempt. Acceptance into the program does not mean a senior’s care needs are completely paid for by CHCPE. Depending on income, seniors may be asked to cover a portion of the costs. Fifteen percent seems to be a typical co-payment amount.
Another program that may be relevant to residents is the Connecticut Personal Care Assistance (PCA) Program which allows participants to choose their own personal care service provider.
For more information or to apply call 800-445-5394 or visit the Connecticut’s Home Care Program for Elders website.
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